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Tactic Keeping your calm
Try some gentle stretching or yoga. Stretching is a great calming distraction from cravings.
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Tactic Try the blender
Replace coffee with a healthy snack such as nuts or fruit, or make yourself a healthy smoothie.
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Tactic Running can be fun!
Do something active together such as a walk around your local park
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Tactic The less travelled path
Change things up. If you drive home, try a new scenic route. If you live near a park or a lake, try driving around that way. If you're close enough, ride your bike home!
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Tactic Stretch it out
Do some stretches or deep breathing exercises. They’re a great way to wind down in the evenings.
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Story Mary was inspired to quit smoking
Sometimes all it takes when times are tough is to know that you're not alone in your journey.
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Article Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT): frequently asked questions
The best way to stop smoking is to talk with Quitline 13 7848 and use stop smoking medications such as nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) or prescribed tablets. Watch the video and read below to learn more about the different types of NRT: nicotine patches, gum, mouth spray, lozenges and inhalator. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting NRT, so they can help you work out what will suit you best.
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Story Maree's magnificent achievement!
Maree quit after 40 years, if she can do it, so can you!
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Story Keith's journey: the ups and downs
If you keep falling over, it's okay. The trick is to keep getting back up.
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Story How Kelly beat the temptation
There's always a reason to quit, what's yours?
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